I am Stephenie Myer. I am also the Queen of Pixies, so yeah. Let's just run with all that :D

Bella: I am not the bitch all of you think I am *glares at Riney*

Me: Shh, I'll make it up to you.

Bella: Emmett is getting preferential treatment *pouts*

Me: His dimples are cuter than your pout *shrugs* sorry lol

Chapter Fifteen

BPOV

I stopped by the grocery store before actually making it home, so my hands were full as I struggled to balance the bags on the way up the stairs. When I finally made it, I put them down with a groan.

Edward was always saying that I bought too much things in one go, and it was just the two of us. I looked down at the bags and decided that maybe he was right.

I put my key in the door and kicked it open while grabbing the bags and going inside.

Music was playing.

Odd.

Edward was supposed to be at work.

Oh God, were we being robbed?

'Okay Bella that's stupid. I'm sure the thief took time to put on music to accompany his act.'

I rolled my eyes at my internal conversation.

Edward probably forgot the radio on, he tends to do that from time to time. Must've been rushing.

I headed towards the kitchen and walked right into a very naked chest.

Our shrieks mingled and I nearly dropped the bags, but a steady hand reached out caught the bags.

My eyes popped open when I realized the naked chest was accompanied by a naked...well everything.

I could feel the blush spread right up to my roots, as I turned away hurriedly.

"I'm sorry," I said shaking my head.

"Oh my God no, I'm sorry," the naked man said. "Edward didn't tell me that you were gonna be back home today."

I was gonna knock Edward up against the head.

"It's really ok," I said listening as he put the bags on the counter.

"I'll be right back," he said and I caught the blur of him in my peripheral vision.

I dug my phone out of my bag and sent Edward a text.

Thank you for warning me about the naked guy in our apartment buddy. - Shock and Awed B.

Two minutes later my phone was ringing.

"Oh dear sweet Jesus, Bells I'm soooo sorry," Edward gushed. "That idiot was supposed to be gone by now."

Said idiot took that moment to stroll back into the kitchen, fully clothed this time.

"It's ok," I said to Edward. "Just give me a heads-up next time ok?"

"Ok, I'll make it up to you," he said.

"Go do your job sweetie," I said ending the call.

"Alec," I said turning with a smile.

"Hi Bella," Alec said, a flush against his pale skin.

Alec and Edward had a rather interesting, yet complicated relationship.

Where as Alec was head over heels in love with Edward, the other man just saw the young man standing before me as a distraction of sorts.

A fuck buddy.

Hey, no one is perfect.

And Alec already knew how Edward felt, I guess that somehow it worked out for them both.

I felt sorry for Alec though, Edward would never fall in love with him. We all knew he was waiting for that to happen.

"How are you?" I asked moving to unpack the bags. "Haven't seen you in a while."

He grinned at me as he helped me put away the groceries, "Been busy with school ya know?"

I nodded, "How's that going?"

"Graduation is next week," he said flashing me a brilliant smile.

"Bet you're happy about that," I told him, putting the milk in the fridge.

"Yeah," he said, goofy grin in place. Such a cutie.

There was a moment of quiet as we moved around the kitchen, he knew where everything was. He was bound to, he spent most of his free time here anyways.

"So..." I said breaking the silence.

"It's not gonna happen is it?" he asked softly, his eyes looking suspiciously moist.

I didn't insult his intelligence by asking what was he talking about. Instead I walked over to him and wrapped him in a hug. "No honey, it isn't."

"He made me sleep on the couch last night," he sniffled, nose buried in my neck.

Please dear God, do not get snot on me.

"I'm sorry," I said rubbing soothing circles on his back.

"It's not your fault. He told me ages ago, I was just being stubborn," he said rising up. "I'm gonna go now ok?"

"Take care of yourself Alec," I said with a sad smile. "You'll find someone who is gonna love you so hard."

He threw a wink in my direction, making me realize how that had sounded. "I most definitely hope so."

We burst into gales of laughter, and I walked him to the door. Giving him one last hug, I watched as he loped down the stairs.

I closed the door and sighed.

You are such an asshole sometimes. The couch Eddie? - B.

I didn't invite him over. Besides, you're always the one telling me not to lead him on. - E.

I don't think you have to worry about him anymore. Sigh. I'm heartbroken and its not me. Bastard you. - B.

He's a great kid, just too damn clingy. He'll get over me in no time. I love you too. *smirks* - E.

I chuckled and went to put away my phone when it buzzed.

What did Eddie forget now?

It wasn't Edward.

Darling Bitch, Em fixed things with us. Now I'm going to fix things between you two. Get your cute ass over to my place, the directions are attached. See you soon. - Jay.

How the hell did James get my number?

How the hell did I get his?

God, save me from sneaky gay men.

And what the hell was wrong with them and my ass?

Sheesh.

I looked down at the phone again. Did I actually want to see Emmett just then? Probably not, but it's not like I really had a choice in the matter.

'This is your baby's father,' I thought to myself. 'You are not doing this for you.'

I groaned aloud and made my way to the door. I grabbed the keys out of the bowl, (Edward watches too much of The Big Bang Theory), and I was back on the road, en route to James' house.

A/N: Up next: Bella and Emmett have an actual conversation. *gasps* LOL

KimberlyAnnT: We'll see if that works. LOL

danimcket: I'll run it by Bells, and see what she thinks. ;)

jessa76: Have faith! :D

Nonita: Ur welcome babe :)

teamhotmen: You know how Em is lol. Rose and Jake...yeah lol

Bobbie Jo 1975: Yes! *hugs* thanks for believing in them :D

brooklynsam3: Of course I understand your rant *grins* Professional ranter myself :D Don't be too hard on Bella, she's gonna come around. Pwomise.

Cevvin: You are running fast for my favorite reviewer on this story :D LOL Yes, our Monkey Man will definitely be making more mistakes ;) Re: James and Bella...*grins* yup.

Ms Inferno: LOL give Em a break lol

Guest 1: What didn't you see coming into play?

CowgirlKelly: I'm glad you're enjoying yourself :D

Ok darlings, gonna go work on making Em and Bells play nice...*sigh* the drama of that :D

Until next time lovelies :)